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Vaudeville
A light often comic theatrical piece frequently combining pantomime, dialogue, dancing, and song; stage entertainment consisting of various acts (as performing animals, acrobats, comedians, dancers, or singers)
In the 15th century, several amusing songs became popular across France, said to have been written by Olivier Basselin, who lived in the valley of the river Vire. The songs eventually became known as 'chansons de vau-de-Vire'.
As this form of entertainment became more widespread, the link to vau-de-Vire was forgotten and the nickname was shortened to 'vaudevire'. Spread beyond France, further changes in pronunciation and spelling shifted it into 'vaudeville' and the meaning also broadened to include humorous performances and variety shows.
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In the 15th century, several amusing songs became popular across France, said to have been written by Olivier Basselin, who lived in the valley of the river Vire. The songs eventually became known as 'chansons de vau-de-Vire'.
As this form of entertainment became more widespread, the link to vau-de-Vire was forgotten and the nickname was shortened to 'vaudevire'. Spread beyond France, further changes in pronunciation and spelling shifted it into 'vaudeville' and the meaning also broadened to include humorous performances and variety shows.
